Marquis Corp., has announced the expanded role of Jim Johnston to vice-president of sales and marketing.
He now oversees global sales and marketing of Marquis hot tubs, aquatic training vessels, swim spas, environments spa surrounds, and related products.
Prior to joining Marquis Corp. in 2007, Johnston was a 35-year veteran of the sports, outdoors, and lifestyle industries. He holds degrees in management and Asian business, with more than four decades in product and brand development, sales management, and executive leadership.
“As an employee-owned company, we highly value Jim’s wealth of expertise,” said Sam Collins, president and chief operating officer at Marquis Corp. “He deeply understands our business, our people, and the uniqueness of our products in the marketplace.”
Johnston is embracing his expanded responsibilities.
“It’s fair to say I’ve been around the block a few times,” said Johnston. “But I’m proud to oversee such an experienced group of sales and marketing professionals, most of whom are spa industry veterans. My team looks forward to helping spa retailers and consumers around the globe to better understand the difference Marquis makes.”
